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2012 BLACK ENTERPRISE/PEPSI
GOLF & TENNIS CHALLENGE
Aug. 30–Sept 3, 2012
Doral Golf Resort & Spa
Miami, Florida
STAFF OFFICE HOURS
THURSDAY: 8:30 a.m – 5:00 p.m.
FRIDAY & SATURDAY: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
SUNDAY 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Agenda
ID badges are non-transferable. Guests MUST WEAR their ID badge to all functions. If lost or stolen, the ID badge will not be replaced.
| Thursday, Aug. 30 | |
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| 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Cardmember Services Desk Hosted by American Express Visit the American Express Cardmember Services Desk located in the lobby, where a knowledgeable service representative will be happy to assist you and provide information about the American Express activities. |
| 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Registration All participants should stop by the check-in desk to receive tournament information and credentials, and a Polo Ralph Lauren gift bag.The following activities will be held Friday through Sunday. Don’t forget to sign up for the following activities: • Golf clinics • Tennis clinics • Bid Whist Challenge (Limit 16 People – 8 Teams) • Spades Challenge (Limit 16 People – 8 Teams) • BE The Next Chef Challenge (Limit 20 People – 5 Teams) • Vision Board Party (Limit 50 People) • Fitness activities Hosted by PepsiCo • BMW Test Drive Hosted by BMW |
| 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Tennis Conditioning—Are You Ready? Attention all tennis players: Want to prepare for the weekend? Join us for an hour of tennis warm-ups, stretching, and outright fun. Get your muscles ready correctly and meet Doral Park Country Club’s Director of Tennis Matias Polonsky, one of the nation’s top tennis coaches and trainers. The program will run through warm up sessions to help your stamina, footwork, strength, agility, and begin your overall tournament conditioning. |
| 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Tennis Ratings Take this time to show us what you’ve got! Doral’s finest tennis professionals will be welcoming all competing participants who must be rated for tournament placement. Bring it on! |
| 8:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | Welcome Reception: Purple Reign! Hosted by FedEx Anything worth doing is worth starting off right. BE does it smooth and sultry with the decade-spanning musical force Sol Factor on deck to keep the beats flowing– 100% soul! And Emmy-winning comedy star Jackee Harry – who put the sass in 227 and Sister Sister handles hosting duties. The stars are set for a memorable evening, so come celebrate in your royal purple and let’s get this thing started! |
| Friday, Aug. 31 | |
| Today is Greek Day! Show off your pride for your fraternity or sorority and don your Greek gear! | |
| 6:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | Continental Breakfast Hosted by Quaker & Tropicana, divisions of PepsiCo |
| 7:00 a.m. | Aetna Wake Up & Walk! Begin your day with Aetna & Pepsi for an invigorating power walk that burns calories and helps to maintain cardiovascular health. Don’t forget to wear your walking shoes! |
| 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Social Golf Assigned tee times begin. All Social Golf participants must check in at the Doral Golf Club Pro Shop 30 minutes before their assigned tee time. Please be considerate and move play along so that everyone will have an enjoyable experience networking on the fairways. Please note that the Driving Range will be closed from 7:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the Black Enterprise Golf Academy. |
| 7:15 a.m. | Competitive Golf Tournament Get ready for the start of our 19th Annual 54-hole Black Enterprise Golf Challenge! Scheduled tournament players should proceed to the golf staging area for the 7:30 a.m. shotgun start. |
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | RIPTIGHT Hosted by PepsiCo Looking for tips on how to achieve a toned and firm body? Come join Certified Personal Trainer, License Massage Therapist, and former American Gladiator contender Karen Mclean, to a challenging, energetic, informative and fun workout. This is RIPTIGHT!!! |
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:15 a.m. | Doral Park Country Club Shuttle Shuttle will run as a loop to/from the Doral Main Lobby and the Doral Park Country Club every half hour. (Schedule: 7:45 a.m., 8:00 a.m. & 8:15 a.m.) |
| 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Spa Breakfast Hosted by Quaker & Tropicana, divisions of PepsiCo An assortment of fresh fruits and smoothies will be served for spa participants. |
| 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Beginner Golf Academy Scheduled participants should report to the Doral Driving range. Come tear up the turf and receive instruction from PGA professional Rodney Green and his staff. |
| 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. | Registration All participants should stop by the check-in desk to receive tournament information and credentials. |
| 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. | Tennis Warm- Up & Stretching Attention all tennis players! Our special warm-up program will offer conditioning and stretching sessions to help you improve and enhance your day out on the courts. |
| 8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Mind, Body & Soul Hosted by PepsiCo Make an appointment to revive your mind, body, and soul at the world-renowned Spa at Doral Resort Spa |
| 9:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. | Fast Serve Contest Can you serve like a pro? Come test your skills against fellow participants and network on the courts for some recognition and fast tennis fun! |
| 900.m. – 10:00 a.m. | RIPTIGHT Hosted by PepsiCo Looking for tips on how to achieve a toned and firm body? Come join Certified Personal Trainer, License Massage Therapist, and former American Gladiator contender, Karen Mclean to a challenging, energetic, informative and fun workout. This is RIPTIGHT!!! |
| 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Competitive Tournament Tennis Get ready for the start of our 19th Annual Black Enterprise Tennis Challenge! Scheduled participants should report to the tennis courts by 8:00 a.m. Matches begin at 8:30 a.m. sharp! |
| 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Cardmember Services Desk Hosted by American Express Visit the American Express Cardmember Services Desk located in the lobby where a knowledgeable service representative will be happy to assist you and provide information about the American Express activities. |
| 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | American Express Shopping Excursion Hosted by American Express Complimentary shuttle service will be provided to Sawgrass Mills Premium Outlets. Transportation departs from Doral Porte Cochere. |
| 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | BMW Test Drives Hosted by BMW Experience the Ultimate Driving Machine by getting behind the wheel of a 7 series, 6 Series, all new 3 Series or Z4. |
| 11:00 a.m. – Noon | Salsa Dance Class You don’t want to miss this sizzling class teaching you the 1′s and 2′s of Salsa. by the time you’re done you’ll be ready to show off your ance moves at the party tonight! |
| 110:00 a.m. – Noon | Power of the Purse You ever wonder if what you have in your purse has value? JOin us for this session as we help you empty out the junk and find out what can really help you build your finances- the power is right in the palm of your hand! |
| 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Tennis Academy and Social Tennis Let the matches and lessons begin! Our new Tennis Academy kicks off with warm-ups, basic skills techniques, and drills. Please report to the Doral tennis courts 15 minutes early to warm up. Our Social Tennis participants will enjoy networking on the courts and playing in a non-competitive atmosphere where fun and skills are entwined. |
| Noon – 2:30 p.m. | Hospitality Luncheon Hosted by American ExpressAll participants are invited to get this year’s Challenge started with exciting games and giveaways from American Express. |
| 1:30 p.m.– 3:00 p.m. | Beginner’s Golf Academy (Practice Session 1) Beginner Golf Academy students report to the range for practice. Rodney Green’s, Golf instructors will be on hand to work with each student. |
| 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Tennis Clinic All participants are welcome. Please take the Doral Park Country Club shuttle from the Doral Main Lobby. Come join our tennis professionals from around the world and learn how to swing a tennis racquet like never before! Participants must bring their own racquets or rental racquets are available at the Doral Park Pro Shop. |
| 3:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Beginner Golf Academy (Practice Session 2) Beginner Golf Academy students report to the range for practice. Rodney Green Golf instructors will on hand to work with each student. |
| 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | The Expo Zone Step into the zone and check out new high-tech gear with some of the hottest items from our sponsors and vendors. Giveaways guaranteed! |
| 3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Bid Whist Challenge Do you think you’re the king or queen of card games? Prove it! Join us for this challenge and make sure to pick your partner wisely. |
| 3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Vision Board Party Here’s your chance to lay out all your dreams and get your priorities straight in a fun, creative atmosphere. You don’t want to miss this inspirational session! |
| 4:45 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Spades Challenge Do you think you’re the king or queen of card games? Prove it! Join us for this challenge and make sure to pick your partner wisely. |
| 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Golf Clinic for Beginners All participants welcome. Please report to the Doral Driving Range for a hands-on overview of the game of golf with PGA professional, Rodney Green. Golf clubs provided. Sneakers or golf shoes required. |
| 7:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. | Evening Concert – Miami Blue Hosted by Pepsi, a division of PepsiCoRaphael Saadiq brings his explosive fusion of funk and flavor to Miami for this unforgettable evening event. The Grammy-winning triple threat – performer, songwriter, and producer – has had a diverse and spectacular career as a member of Tony! Toni! Tone, a successful solo artists, and highly praised collaborations with the likes of Mary J. Blige, Q Tip and TLC. It all adds up to a night packed tight with dance floor jams. Add to mix the hilarious Michael Colyar serving as MC and stir vigorously! The color of the night is all shades of blue! |
| Saturday, Sept. 1 | |
| REMINDER: It’s College Day! Support your alma mater by wearing your school colors. | |
| 6:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | Continental Breakfast Hosted by Quaker & Tropicana, divisions of PepsiCo |
| 7:00 a.m. | Aetna Wake Up & Walk! Begin your day with Aetna & Pepsi for an invigorating power walk that burns calories and helps to maintain cardiovascular health. Don’t forget to wear your walking shoes! |
| 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Doral Park Country Club Shuttle Shuttle will run as a loop to/from the Doral Main Lobby and the Doral Park Country Club every half hour. (Schedule: 7:45 a.m., 8:00 a.m. & 8:15 a.m.) |
| 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. | Social Golf Assigned tee times begin. All Social Golf participants must check in at The Golf Shop 30 minutes before their assigned tee time. Please be considerate and move play along so that everyone will have an enjoyable experience networking on the fairways. Please note that the Driving Range will be closed from 7:15 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the Golf Academy. |
| 7:15 a.m. | Competitive Golf Tournament Today’s pairings will be determined by yesterday’s play to see who will have bragging rights on Sunday. Scheduled tournament players should proceed to the Golf Staging Area for the 7:30 a.m. shotgun start. |
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | RIPTIGHT Hosted by PepsiCo Looking for tips on how to achieve a toned and firm body? Come join Certified Personal Trainer, License Massage Therapist, and former American Gladiator contender to a challenging, energetic, informative and fun workout. This is RIPTIGHT!!! |
| 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Spa Breakfast Hosted by Quaker & Tropicana, divisions of PepsiCo An assortment of fresh fruit and smoothies will be served. |
| 8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Beginner Golf Academy Scheduled participants should report to the Doral Driving Range. Come tear up the turf and receive instruction from PGA professional Rodney Green and his staff. |
| 8:00 a.m. – Noon | Registration All participants should stop by the check-in desk to receive tournament information and credentials. |
| 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Daily Scavenger Hunt Find clues in the Daily Challenge Newsletter and find all the restaurants hidden in the 600 acres of luxurious space and amenities of teh Doral Golf Resort & Spa. At the end of the day stop by the Expo Zone at the Black Enterprise booth to find out if you are one of the winners to receive great rewards and prizes! |
| 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Mind, Body & Soul Hosted by PepsiCo Make an appointment to revive mind, body, and soul at the world-renowned Doral Resort and Spa. |
| 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Accuracy Contest Did someone say prizes? For those who have an accurate tennis serve, backhand or lob, you may walk away a winner. Come test your skills against fellow participants and network on the courts for some recognition and tennis prizes you won’t want to miss! |
| 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Tennis Academy and Social Tennis The Tennis Academy continues as the Doral professionals teach backhand shots, serves, and volleys with warm-ups, basic skill techniques, and drills. Please report to the Doral tennis courts 15 minutes early to warm up. Our Social Tennis participants will enjoy networking on the courts and playing in a non-competitive atmosphere where fun and skills are entwined. Don’t forget to sign up for Sunday’s Team Tennis! |
| 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | RIPTIGHT Hosted by PepsiCo Looking for tips on how to achieve a toned and firm body? Come join Certified Personal Trainer, License Massage Therapist, and former American Gladiator contender to a challenging, energetic, informative and fun workout. This is RIPTIGHT!!! |
| 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Cardmember Services Desk Hosted by American Express Visit the American Express Cardmember Services Desk located in the lobby where a knowledgeable service representative will be happy to assist you and provide information about the American Express activities. |
| 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | American Express Shopping Excursion Hosted by American Express Complimentary shuttle service will be provided to Sawgrass Mills Premium Outlets. Transportation departs from Doral Porte Cochere. |
| 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. | BE The Next Chef Challenge Calling all kitchen masters! You know who you are, with your killer crab cakes, can’t-miss jambalaya, and you-can’t-touch-this stewed chicken and rice! Join our celebrity chef for this fun cooking challenge. Here’s your chance to bring it on—Iron Chef style. Sign up at check-in for your chance to win exciting gifts and prizes! |
| 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | BMW Test Drive Hosted by BMW Experience the Ultimate Driving Machine by getting behind the wheel of a 7 Series, 6 Series, all-new 3 Series or Z4. |
| 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | Competitive Tournament Tennis Scheduled participants should report to the tennis courts by 10:00 a.m. Matches begin at 10:30 a.m. sharp! Wimbledon, U.S. Open, and French Open divisions compete for the Sunday night individual awards and purple jackets. Bring your best game! Don’t forget to sign up for Sunday’s Team Tennis! |
| 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Beginner Golf Academy (Practice Session -1) Beginner Golf Academy students report to the range for practice. Rodney Green’s Golf instructors will be on hand to work with each student. |
| 11:00 a.m. – Noon | Akwaaba Africa An exotic high energy class full of pulsating West African rhythyms. Experience the fusion and physicality of the african root steps that will free your body! |
| 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Hospitality Luncheon Hosted by American Express Enjoy a moderated discussion with former Miami Heat superstar Alonzo Mourning, as he discusses small business topics and his extensive array of philanthropic endeavors. |
| 1:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. | Beginners Golf Academy (Practice Session 2) Beginner Golf Academy students report to the range for practice. Rodney Green’s Golf instructors will be on hand ro work with each student. |
| 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | The Expo Zone Check out the art, jewelry, and other items located at the various booths. Also participate to win prizes and giveaways. |
| 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | The FedEx Shipping Center Offers shipping services for your convenience. |
| 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament Hosted by Gatorade, a division of PepsiCo Hoop it up with the best of them. Prizes will be awarded. All participants are welcome. |
| 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. | Akwaaba Africa An exotic high energy class full of pulsating West African rhythyms. Experience the fusion and physicality of the african root steps that will free your body! |
| 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. | Beginner Golf Academy (On Course Instruction) Golf Academy participants will learn on course etiquette, rules, and basic course management skills from PGA professionals of the Rodney Green Golf Academy. |
| 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Tennis Clinic All participants are welcome. Please take the Doral Park Country Club shuttle from the Doral Main Lobby. Come join our tennis professionals from around the world and learn how to swing a tennis racquet like never before! Participants must bring their own racquets or rental racquets are available at the Doral Park Pro Shop. |
| 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | BE The Next Mixologist Challenge Love mixed drinks? Well, now you have the chance to create your own. Join the contest and see if you have what it takes to be the Next mixologist! Win cool prizes and have your drink featured at tonight’s festivities |
| 9:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. | Legends Ballroom Comedy/DJ Night – Red Hot! Get ready to laugh till your sides hurt. Join actor/comedian, Mark Curry as host for tonight’s comedy show! After that we will be grooving to the sounds of today’s hottest songs by DJ M.O.S. & DJ Kiss! |
| Sunday, Sept. 2 | |
| 6:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | Continental Breakfast Hosted by Quaker & Tropicana, divisions of PepsiCo |
| 6:30 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. | Sunrise Church Service Enjoy an inspirational service with a good word and uplifting songs. |
| 7:00 a.m. | Aetna Wake Up & Walk! Begin your day with Aetna & Pepsi for an invigorating power walk that burns calories and helps to maintain cardiovascular health. Don’t forget to wear your walking shoes! |
| 7:15 a.m. | Competitive Golf Tournament The final day of the 54-hole competition will be a fight to the finish. Scheduled tournament players should proceed to the golf staging area for the 7:30 a.m. shotgun start where the winners will be determined for Sunday night’s awards and the coveted purple jackets! |
| 7:15 a.m. | Social Golf All scheduled Social Golf participants for Sunday’s round must check in at The Golf Shop 15 minutes before the 7:30 a.m. shotgun start. Please be considerate and move play along so that everyone will have an enjoyable experience networking on the fairways! Please note that the Driving Range will be closed from 7:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. for the Golf Academy. |
| 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | RIPTIGHT Hosted by PepsiCo Looking for tips on how to achieve a toned and firm body? Come join Certified Personal Trainer, License Massage Therapist, and former American Gladiator contender to a challenging, energetic, informative and fun workout. This is RIPTIGHT!!! |
| 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. | Tennis Warm- Up & Stretching Attention all tennis players! Our special warm-up program will offer conditioning and stretching sessions to help you improve and enhance your day out on the courts. |
| 8:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Mind, Body & Soul Hosted by PepsiCo Make an appointment to revive your mind, body, and soul at the world-renowned Spa at Doral. |
| 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. | Spa Breakfast Hosted by Quaker & Tropicana, divisions of PepsiCo An assortment of fresh fruit and smoothies will be served. |
| 8:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Beginner Golf Academy Scheduled participants should report to the Doral Driving Range. Come tear up the turf and receive instruction from PGA professional Rodney Green. |
| 8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. | Tennis Academy and Social Tennis Our Tennis Academy and Social Tennis players will tweak their newly learned skills, run drills, and learn more about competitive play. Most importantly, they will continue to have fun on the courts! |
| 8:30 a.m. – Noon | Team Tennis Tournament Calling all Tournament Tennis and Social Tennis participants! Let the coed team competitions begin with the official World Team Tennis Tournament. Teams will be formed based on skill level and gender. All participants must be present by 8:30 a.m. in order to play. |
| 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. | RIPTIGHT Hosted by PepsiCo Looking for tips on how to achieve a toned and firm body? Come join Certified Personal Trainer, License Massage Therapist, and former American Gladiator contender to a challenging, energetic, informative and fun workout. This is RIPTIGHT!!! |
| 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. | Cardmember Services Desk Hosted by American Express Visit the American Express Cardmember Services Desk located in the lobby where a knowledgeable service representative will be happy to assist you and provide information about the American Express activities. |
| 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. | BMW Test Drive Hosted by BMW Experience the Ultimate Driving Machine by getting behind the wheel of a 7 Series, 6 Series, all-new 3 Series or Z4. |
| 11:00 a.m. – Noon | Salsa Dance Class Hosted by PepsiCo You don’t want to miss the sizzling class teaching you the 1’s and 2’s of Salsa. By the time you’re done you’ll be ready to show off your dance moves at the party tonight! |
| 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Vision Board Party Here’s your chance to lay out all your dreams and get your priorities straight in a fun, creative atmosphere. You don’t want to miss this inspirational session! |
| 12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. | Hospitality Luncheon Hosted by American Express Get your fill of soul food and enjoy an inspiring performance from Salvation & Deliverance Church Choir, winners of the 2011 Verizon How Sweet the Sound National Choir Competition. |
| 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Beginner Golf Academy 9-Hole Tournament Scheduled Golf Academy participants should report to the Golf Staging Area for final exams! Join the Rodney Green Golf Academy instructors as they playfully test your newly learned skills on Doral’s beautiful golf courses. |
| 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Football 101 Ladies, are you ready for some football? Jersey Girl Sports hosts 1st and Flirty, a fun, interactive “classroom” designed to get you ready for the NFL season. You’ll get a fabulous swag bag and leave an official Jersey Girl—a woman who can enjoy a game as much as any man, just with better shoes. Represent by wearing your favorite team jersey or T-shirt and learn the game, speak the game, and be the game! |
| 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | The Expo Zone Check out the art, jewelry, and other items located at the various booths. Participate to win prizes and giveaways |
| 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | The FedEx Shipping Center Offers shipping services for your convenience. |
| 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. | Battle of the Sexes It’s time for a round of Mars vs. Venus. Let’s see who really knows best in this trivia game battle of the sexes |
| 7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | Awards Dinner and Concert On our final evening, it’s a black-and-white affair. Actor & Comedian Chris Spencer will help us wrap up the conference as we applaud the winners of the 2012 Black Enterprise/Pepsi Golf & Tennis Challenge! |
| Monday, Sept. 3 | |
| 7:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | The FedEx Shipping Center For your convenience, the shipping center offers shipping services at the registration alcove. |
| Noon | Check-out/Departure |
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